Jonathan has approve funding so that a large a contingent of Nigeria fans can travel to addis ababa to cheers on the super eagles in FIFA world cup qualifying playoff

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has approved funding so that a large contingent of Nigerian fans can travel to Addis Ababa to cheer on the Super Eagles in the Fifa World Cup qualifying playoffs. This disclosure was made by the Minister of Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi, who told the media in Abuja on Friday that the President is supportive of the national team's ambitions. Get the latest news straight to your phone – for FREE! Follow KickOffNigeria on WeChat! Click here! "I am delighted to say that Mr President has given us his full support. He has approved funds for the NFA to ensure that large contingents of Nigerian fans are taken to Ethiopia for the game," Abdullahi said. "Everyone who witnessed Afcon 2013 knows how vociferous Ethiopian fans could be. So, we are responding appropriately to ensure that large contingents of Nigerian supporters are represented." Abdullahi added that he is working closely with the Nigeria Football Federation to try and better the team's prospects. Article by:Uche George Egbe

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